




539 S Columbus St, Alexandria, VA, 22314
About This Home
Originally built in the late 1800s and thoughtfully rebuilt in 1986, this home preserves it's timeless architectural character while offering a spacious and versatile layout that meets today's standards. Gracious living areas provide flexibility for both intimate settings and larger gatherings, blending classic details with endless potential. This semi-detached home is a rare offering for Old Town thanks to the expansive outdoor areas and a dedicated parking spot with direct access to the home. The main level is designed for both refined entertaining and everyday comfort, featuring a charming eat-in kitchen, a formal dining room perfect for hosting, and an expansive open-concept living room with multiple seating areas centered around a wood-burning fireplace. Three separate access points to the yard create a seamless indoor-outdoor flow, ideal for al fresco dining and effortless entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite serves as a true retreat, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, a separate dressing room, and ensuite bath. The generous footprint offers outstanding potential to create a spa-inspired sanctuary with an expanded walk-in closet. A conveniently located upper-level laundry room adds a rare level of functionality and ease of access. The unfinished basement features multiple windows and ample ceiling height, which presents an exceptional opportunity to expand the home’s living space—perfect for a recreation room, guest suite, fitness studio, or wine cellar. Ideally located just moments from King Street’s boutiques, dining, and waterfront, this home offers a truly rare opportunity to enjoy premier Old Town living with the added luxury of space, privacy, parking, and the ability to create a one-of-a-kind residence.
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Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Metal,Flat
- Construction materials: Brick Veneer
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 1986
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Double Oven,Oven,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished,Interior Entry
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Primary Bath(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Recessed Lighting,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Chair Railings,Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,092
Half Bath
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,067
- Total interior livable area: 2,092 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living Room
- Level: Main
Sitting Room
- Level: Main
Storage Room
- Level: Lower
Utility Room
- Level: Lower
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 50313620
- Zoning: RB
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City,Courtyard
Lot
- Lot size: 2,595 sqft
- Features: Landscaped,Rear Yard,SideYard(s)
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned,Parking Lot,On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
